Category: Belgium
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Eight Belgian Universities ranked in ARWU ranking
The ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities, also known as the Shanghai ranking, evaluated over 2 500 institutions, listing the top 1 000. Eight Belgian universities are ranked, with KU Leuven at 87 and Ghent University at 98. In South-East Europe, 4 Greek universities, Belgrade, Ljubljana, Zagreb and Sofia appear…
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The Evolution of Dining: How Brussels’ Food Scene Reflects Changing Tastes and Sustainability
Brussels is witnessing a culinary shift towards healthy, convenient, and sustainable food options due to economic changes and consumer demand. As traditional establishments decline, new concepts like street-food counters and meal services thrive. Brands emphasizing health and sustainability, rooted in Belgium, illustrate the country’s evolving dining landscape and entrepreneurial spirit.
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A tiny house for 27 000 € that has everything you need
Belgian architects dmvA created a mobile egg-shaped house design. A 20 m2 structure includes essential amenities, like a kitchen and a bath room, offers storage, features a porch, and utilizes LED lighting. Built with good insulation mass production cost is estimated at €27 000 per unit. Legally it is a…
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Residence rules for EU nationals in Belgium
Belgium did implement stricter documentation rules for EU citizens seeking residence longer than three months starting in 2025. Applicants must provide complete documentation and have a residence in their municipality. Short-term visitors must report their stay.
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Less French Fries from Belgium
In 2025, Flemish exports of potato products and frozen vegetables decreased by 23% and 8%, respectively, due to US tariffs, local competition, and improved fresh vegetable exports. Major companies are facing overcapacity, prompting temporary unemployment. Nevertheless, overall agricultural exports increased by 5%, highlighting the importance of potato preparations.
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Belgium Leads Europe’s Green Aviation Revolution with First Commercial SAF Facility
Sustainable Aviation Fuel is a drop-in alternative to conventional jet fuel, produced from renewable or waste-based feedstocks rather than fossil fuels. Belgium’s North Sea Port in Ghent will host Europe’s first commercial-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility, utilizing Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technology. This €500 million project aims to produce 79 000…